Delosperma congestum

Gold Nugget Ice Plant

Delosperma Congestum

Height: 5-7cm

Width: 45-60 cm

Zone: 4

Exposure: Part shade

Bloom time: Late spring to early fall

Atrtacts butterflies

Deer and rabbit resistant

Ground cover

The hardy Ice Plants are native to dry areas in South Africa but are amazingly hardy in North America, provided they are grown in very well-drained soil. This species forms a spreading carpet of succulent evergreen leaves, bearing starry yellow flowers for months on end. Leaves turn maroon during winter. Prefers a bit of afternoon shade. Excellent drainage in winter is required or plants may easily rot. Consider growing in a gravel garden, scree or alpine trough. Cuttings are easily rooted in early summer.

9cm pot